A visual tour of Suzhou, the ‘Venice of China' - Lonely Planet
Jan 21, 2020 · But, if anywhere truly holds a candle to Venice, it may well be Suzhou in China. The ancient water town, west of Shanghai, is all arch bridges and wooden balconies, hanging above trickling, tinkling canals. But, unlike other Venice doppelgangers, Suzhou has an …
Why Suzhou, the ‘Venice of China,’ Belongs on Your Bucket List
Jun 5, 2019 · A city of 13 million people, Suzhou is mainly known for its pristine UNESCO-designated gardens dating back to the 11 th century and its ancient waterways spidering off of the world’s largest...
Explore China’s Ancient Water Towns - Smithsonian Magazine
Apr 28, 2017 · Thirty minutes from Suzhou by car, you'll find one of the most well-known water towns in China: Tongli. It’s considered a miniature Venice, with nearly every building on or by a canal.
Suzhou-Venice of the East Awaits You with Its Stunning Canals
Mar 4, 2024 · Discover Suzhou on foot or bike. Visit Shantang St for temples & ancestral halls. Guanqian St for dumplings & confections, and Pingjiang St for teahouses & charming canals. Suzhou’s streets HAVE IT ALL! 1. Zhouzhuang – Kunshan City. 2. Tongli – Wujiang District.
Suzhou: China’s Canal Capital - BBC
Known internationally as the Venice of the East, the Chinese city of Suzhou is famed for its criss-crossing canals, grand lakes and tranquil rivers. Discover why the beauty of its waters...
Suzhou: The Venice of the East - Rachel Meets China
Oct 28, 2020 · Suzhou, located in the Jiangsu Province of China, is often called the "Venice of the East" because of it's many water canals and bridges around the city! In fact, more than 42% of the city is covered in water.
Exploring the Historical Canals of Suzhou, China’s Venice
Sep 15, 2024 · Discover the enchanting historical canals of Suzhou, often called China's Venice, where ancient architecture and serene waterways tell captivating stories.
Uncover the Secrets of Suzhou – The Venice of the East
Mar 16, 2021 · The entire canal is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and there’s no better way to experience the sights and sounds of Suzhou than by taking a boat trip. You’ll cruise past ancient city walls and gates, glide under elegant bridges and see beautiful temples from the water.
A Quick Guide to Suzhou, the “Venice of the East” - Johnny Jet
Aug 2, 2016 · Known as: “The Venice of the East” (see “The canals and water towns” below) Location: ~100 km/60 mi (25 minutes by maglev train) northwest of Shanghai (on Google Maps) Population: ~6 million urban, ~10 million metropolitan area; Currency: Yuan (or “RNB”), like in all of China (up-to-date exchange rate is here)
Suzhou – China’s Venice of the East — Dodgy Knees
Sep 23, 2020 · The region around Suzhou has a network of canals and attractive canal towns, all of which date back to the building of the Grand Canal, the world’s longest canal, which runs 1776 kms from Beijing in the north to Hangzhou in the south.